Garlic Green Beans with Manchego

Elevate your side dish game with Garlic Green Beans with Manchego, a simple yet sophisticated recipe that pairs fresh, vibrant green beans with the nutty richness of Manchego cheese. Blanched to perfection, the green beans retain their crisp-tender texture, while a quick sauté in olive oil and fragrant garlic infuses every bite with savory goodness. A generous sprinkling of finely grated Manchego melts slightly over the warm beans, adding a creamy, complex flavor that makes this dish truly unforgettable. For a bright, zesty twist, a drizzle of fresh lemon juice can be added just before serving. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy and elegant recipe is perfect as a holiday side dish, a quick weeknight vegetable, or even a vegetarian main course.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g fresh green beans, trimmed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 units garlic cloves, minced
• 50 g Manchego cheese, finely grated
• 0.5 tsp kosher salt
• 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the green beans under cold water and trim the ends, removing any tough or stringy parts.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and prepare a bowl of ice water for blanching. Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water.

Step 3

Blanch the green beans in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn bright green and are just tender. Immediately transfer the beans to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 5

Add the blanched green beans to the skillet. Season with kosher salt and black pepper. Toss to coat the beans evenly in the garlic and oil, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they are heated through and slightly tender.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the garlic green beans to a serving dish. Sprinkle the grated Manchego cheese evenly on top.

Step 7

Optionally, drizzle with lemon juice for a bright, tangy finish. Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	593.3 grams (593.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	620

Total Fat 44.60g	57%
Saturated Fat 15.10g	76%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 45mg	15%
Sodium 631mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 38.70g	14%
Dietary Fiber 14.00g	50%
Total Sugars 16.60g
Protein 23.20g	46%

Vitamin D 11IU	53%
Calcium 561mg	43%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1139mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.8%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 23.9%